Emergency Plan for TMI Incidents
In the event of a declared emergency at Three Mile Island (TMI), a ten (10) mile radius surrounding TMI will be considered an evacuation zone. Due to its size, the West Shore School District has schools located within and outside of this evacuation zone. Click here for details on the District's emergency plan including evacuation sites and information on what parents need to do to pick up their students.
The goal of the school counselor is to assist our students in acquiring and maintaining attitudes, knowledge and skills that promote effective learning in school and success throughout life. School Counselors serve students in large group, small group and individual settings, addressing academic concerns as well as personal and behavioral issues.
Both District high schools have four counselors, one assigned to each grade level as well as a counselor who provides more intensive students thought to be at-risk for school success. Each of the four District middle schools has at least one school counselor as well as a counselor for “at-risk” students. At the elementary level, the larger buildings have a dedicated counselor, while our smaller buildings share a counselor. A half-time counselor is assigned to the District Alternative Education program.
Click here for resources parents may find helpful in dealing with issues related to grief, fear, and confusion in children following a tragedy.
School Social Work Services
The District provides Social Work Services to assist students and families with accessing community based services as a way of meeting their basic needs, including food, shelter and medical care. In addition, Social Workers have been instrumental in working with families to ensure students attend school on a regular basis. For more information, please contact your child’s school counselor who will assist you in making a referral.
Attendance, Registration & School Safety
The District Coordinator of Child Accounting and Safety is charged with the responsibility of developing, coordinating and ensuring implementing of the District’s Emergency Operations Plan. This administrative position works closely with local police departments and other first responders as well as building administration to make sure our schools are a safe place for students to learn. This person is also responsible for ensuring students who are of compulsory school age attend school daily. For more information on school safety, please contact Mr. Thomas Ryan, Coordinator of Safety & Student Attendance at the Administration Center, 938-9577. Click here for an overview of the steps the District has taken to ensure student safety.
The West Shore School District participates in the York County Truancy Prevention Initiative in its efforts to reduce the truant population in York County.
Central Registration for New Students
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Health Services
Click here to visit the Health Services website.
The Health Services Department, consisting of nine Certified School Nurses and nine licensed Health Care Assistants, provides the following services to District Students:
- Health Screenings
- Health Assessments
- Physical Skill Assessments
- Skilled Care
- Education for Staff and Students on illnesses, health deficits and afflictions.
For further information about School Health Services, contact Mrs. Debra Kambic, Health Services Department Head at New Cumberland Middle School, 774-0162.
Our District Dental Hygienist provides Dental preventative services for students with no insurance or for those that are underinsured to include:
- Cleanings
- Fluoride varnish treatments
- Sealants
For further information about School Dental Health Services, contact Mrs. Debra Barr, District Dental Hygienist, at the Administration Center, 938-9577, ext.146.
Work Permits
Students needing a work permit who are in home education programs or attending a cyber or charter school should contact Mrs. Denise Bernatos at the Administration Center, 938-9577, ext.289 to make an appointment to complete necessary paperwork.
All other students should contact their high school (based on their home address) for a work permit.
